Travel documentaries

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Travel shows on BBC Select inspire exploration, adventure, and cultural immersion and transport you to captivating destinations around the world. Our selection of travel documentaries feature tour guides such as Joanna Lumley, Alexander Armstrong and Bettany Hughes and offer glimpses into incredible landscapes and lesser known gems across the globe. Embark on journeys across Europe, Asia and more with our collection of travel series and films.

The Misadventures of Romesh Ranganathan

The Misadventures of Romesh Ranganthan

Comedian and highly reluctant globetrotter Romesh Ranganthan abandons the five-star vacation treatment and travels beyond his comfort zone to some of the world’s most unlikely holiday destinations in this quirky BAFTA award-winning travel documentary. His latest adventure sees him on an epic African adventure, visiting Uganda, Rwanda and Madagascar. During his travels, he tries banana gin, encounters incredible wildlife and visits a village shaman.

Griff's Canadian Adventure

Griff's Canadian Adventure

Beloved British comedian and travel enthusiast Griff Rhys Jones is on an epic journey across Canada as he explores the nation’s cultures and traditions. From the rugged Atlantic Coast of Newfoundland to Vancouver in the Pacific Northwest, each episode will see Griff under go a challenge to truly experience each province, with a little help from locals and experts he meets along the way.

Simon Reeve's Return to Cornwall

Simon Reeve's Return to Cornwall

Cornwall is one of the most beloved regions of the UK. It’s famous for beautiful beaches and fabled folklore. Adventurer Simon Reeve returns to visit the area and discovers what real life is like for the locals after the summer crowds have gone. This is an eye-opening look at why Cornwall is one of the most desirable parts of the country but also one of the poorest counties in England.

Last Woman on the Planet

Last Woman on the Planet

Writer and comedian Sara Pascoe is traveling the world trying to track down and master some of the planet’s most endangered jobs. In this fun and freewheeling travel documentary, she visits various exotic parts of the globe, attempting to master the occupations in danger of extinction. Whether it’s a bellmaker in Greece or an elf in Finland, Sara will help these ancient professions survive.

Rick Stein's Taste of Shanghai

Rick Stein's Taste of Shanghai

Shanghai is one of the biggest cities in the world and is rapidly expanding. But has it hung on to its culinary roots? In this travel documentary, renowned chef Rick Stein visits the city to seek out the source of the Chinese dishes we all know and love so well. Prepare yourself for delicious red braised pork, the city’s cherished hairy crabs and mouth-watering, delicate dumplings.